2022-01-01 Administrator/Engineer's Report

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This year the Chamber will continue to work with cities in the quad-area on an individual basis, however there will be a regional marketing effort added as well. Economic Development Authority (EDA) The Committee remains focused on providing low or no-cost marketing opportunities (Center Stage, Highway Signage) to support our existing businesses as we continue to navigate the pandemic economy. These items have all been included in the EDAÓs 2022 Budget. The Committee is also committed to expanding marketing and beautification efforts in the city, creating a welcoming environment for businesses and just as importantly, shoppers. If you are a current Centerville business in need of assistance or know of a business that desires to come to Centerville, please contact us at: info@centervillemn.com. Anoka County Regional Economic Development (ACRED) th ACRED will hold their strategic goal setting meeting on January 25. The executive director will be reaching out to the city for feedback on how they can best assist Centerville. COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT Block 7 Property (Downtown) Î ÐSorel QuarterÑ The Planning & Zoning Commission recommended to Council approval of a Preliminary Plat & Planned Unit Development (PUD) for the proposed 26 row-style housing project. The Commission recommended slight modifications for several items (i.e. lighting, monument signage and landscaping). The developer, Centra Homes, brought forward to Council suggestions to accomodate the P & Z CommissionÓs recommendations. They also requested a timeframe extension to complete the first 13 homes due to labor/material costs and availability. Council approved the Preliminary Plat & Planned Unit Development (PUD) with conditions related to building materials review and approval. Centerville Elementary School Expansion Construction continues to be on schedule. stnd Old Mill Estates 1 and 2 Additions The developer and city continue to work together on finishing the remaining work. Street signs, mailboxes and most of the sidewalk have now been completed, leaving only pedestrian ramps, boulevard turf establishment and a few odds and ends to be completed. The City is in discussion with the homeowner near the cul-de-sac on Old Mill Court, exploring alternative routes for the trail. The city will continue to hold security for the completion of the trail until this process plays out and the trail link is completed. th Centerville Storage (20Ave. Mini Storage) With the site fully paved and landscaped, the developer is just waiting on a fence to complete the site and open for business.